avid

/ˈævɪd/

/ˈævəd/, /ˈævɪd/

[adjective]

avid

[ADJECTIVE]

(often followed by `for') ardently or excessively desirous

synonyms : devouring(a)

esurient

greedy

extremely enthusiastic and interested in something one does

synonyms : zealous

Examples

1. As an avid traveler, he has visited over 50 countries.

2. At first, I thought my new coworker was quiet and reserved, but as I got to know her better, I realized there was more to her than meets the eye - she's actually a talented musician and an avid traveler.

3. But this avid running increased the mortality rate.

4. My grandfather was an avid photographer.